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Sura Indian Bistro, Philadelphia, PA

Sura Indian Bistro

4.7
4.7
122 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Indian

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
At SURA Indian Bistro, discover India's multi-cultural culinary dialogue, centuries in the tasting, nestled in the heart of Philly. Be it the Biryani from the southern part of India or the famous Amritsari Fish from Punjab, each dish tells a story of flavors, meticulously crafted to transport your senses across time and tradition. Our exclusive personalized service will surely bring you back to us again and again! Book your reservation today!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Indian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 478-8777
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant, event space, wedding venue, and catering. Seated: 150 | Standing: 200 Private dining for 10–150 guests, receptions up to 200. Ideal for weddings, parties, meetings, or corporate events. Offering refined cuisine, buffet services, bar, AV capabilities, and more!
  • Private party contact
    Team Sura: (215) 478-8777
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Date Night Experience

    $350.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Engage in a pleasant evening right with your beloved at the new Romeo and Juliet table at Sura Bistro. Celebrate togetherness with a picturesque view, and enjoy an evening of fine dining, making your date nights special than never before. Five Course Meal Two Cocktails or Two Mocktails per person
    Date Night Experience Photo
  • 🍽️Savor the Magic of CCD Restaurant Week at Sura!

    Jan 19, 2025 - Feb 1, 2025
    Indulge in a Culinary Escape During CCD Restaurant Week!! 🍽️ From January 19th to February 1st, 2025, immerse yourself in an extraordinary dining experience at Sura Indian Bistro during CCD Restaurant Week. ✨ Savor exquisite flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether it's a delightful lunch for just $20 per person or an elegant dinner for $40 per person, you're in for a treat! 📅 Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration of cuisine. Reserve your table now and make your CCD Restaurant Week one to remember. We can’t wait to welcome you!
    🍽️Savor the Magic of CCD Restaurant Week at Sura! Photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour Offered at the First Floor Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Treat yourself to an array of freshly crafted selective cocktails infused with the exquisite blend of fruits and herbs at reduced prices. All wines, draught beer on tap are half price and all cocktails are $7. AMRITSARI FISH FRY 7 North Indian-style fish fingers coated with Chickpea Flour & Carom Seeds. LASOONI PALAK PAKODA 5 (V, Gf) Crispy Indian fritters made with Spinach, Chickpea Flour, Garlic, and Cumin Seeds. CHICKEN 65 7 Chicken sautéed in a tangy '65' sauce with cilantro & sesame. VEGETABLE SPRING ROLL 5 Golden, crispy wrappers filled with a fresh, finely chopped vegetable medley.
    Happy Hour Offered at the First Floor Bar Photo

What 122 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sura Indian Bistro offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious and affordable" food, "excellent service," and a "great ambiance." Guests appreciate the "authentic flavors" and diverse menu catering to all dietary preferences. The sophisticated decor and attentive staff make it a "must-try" spot for Indian cuisine in Philly.
122 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing! The interior was very intimate. Our server was one of the owners and he was very nice. Will definitely be dining again after restaurant week to try more of the menu

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  2. Lauck

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent restaurant week menu. Simple, elegant. Fabulous service. Everything exactly as you’d expect at a great value.

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  3. robert

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is not my first time, my wife and I go often, The food is always good and the staff are always friendly and helpful.

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  4. Erica

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food! The tea wasn’t my favorite and the bathroom while clean, was missing soap. Overall very positive experience and would return again.

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  5. Claire

    Philadelphia

    81 reviews

    4.0

    81 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice setting, excellent service. Very good Indian food; highly recommend chicken65, and Peshawar naan also tasty.

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  6. Lauren

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for restaurant week. Hands down the best food we’ve ever had. Excellent experience.

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  7. Jeffrey

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good Indian food in a delightful ambiance. We had the restaurant week menu, a 3 course meal. At $40, I think it was about the same cost as the items ordered separately.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Jeffrey, thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the delightful ambiance and delicious Indian cuisine. We’ll take note of your thoughts on the Restaurant Week menu pricing and always strive to offer great value. We hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Ivana

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious! The restaurant is beautiful- very chic, dim lighting, feels intimate. Good for celebrating a special occasion. The service was incredible with very attentive staff. The restaurant week menu was a great value for what we got. Can't wait to go back!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Ivana, thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the chic ambiance, attentive service, and delicious food, especially during Restaurant Week. We look forward to helping you celebrate many more special occasions at Sura!

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  9. Carol

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting is beautiful. The service was excellent. The food was delicious. We will definitely dine here again!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you, Carol! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful setting, excellent service, and delicious food. Your support means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to host you again soon!

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  10. James

    Philadelphia

    111 reviews

    5.0

    111 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding restaurant. Great food, wonderful and congenial staff and beautiful inside space.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on January 16, 2025
    Thank you for your kind words, James! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the food, our staff, and the atmosphere. Your support means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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FAQs

Sura Indian Bistro offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Sura Indian Bistro also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 478-8777.

Sura Indian Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 122 OpenTable diners.

Sura Indian Bistro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sura Indian Bistro

1726 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5120

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Indian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (215) 478-8777
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant, event space, wedding venue, and catering. Seated: 150 | Standing: 200 Private dining for 10–150 guests, receptions up to 200. Ideal for weddings, parties, meetings, or corporate events. Offering refined cuisine, buffet services, bar, AV capabilities, and more!
  • Private party contact
    Team Sura: (215) 478-8777
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